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Newspaper
Harrisburg Telegraph
Location
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1914
Page
4
In Maytown Pennsylvani a on Saturday night Professor Elmer R Ruhl was elected principal of the East Donegal township schools with headquarters at Maytown. Miss Verna Peck and Miss Ella Glatfelter were elected assistants.
The advertisement promotes Poslam Soap as a solution for a perfect complexion and healthy skin. It claims the soap is rich, pure, and medicated, offering hygienic benefits with daily use during toilet and bath. Sold by druggists in large 25 cent size and toilet 15 cent size.
Report outlines Palmer aligned candidates and postmaster brawl in Pen Argyl as Democrats confront Philadelphia ward divisions. The anti local option bloc plans to block endorsement of the state platform, with tensions rising toward open breach in Philadelphia and other counties.
Silk fabrics and prices shown for crepe de chine, floral brocades, waterproof foulards, white habitas and black taffeta. Widths range up to 40 inches with yard and special prices from 50c to 3.00. Schedules at the Street Floor display latest silk goods and colors for summer wear.
Officials report a possible breakthrough at Niagara Falls as the Tampico blockade order is rescinded. Carranza's stance and Huerta's position remain unsettled while mediation seeks broader terms. Bryan declines detail, says mediation progresses satisfactorily.
The piece notes Vance C. McCormick, Democratic gubernatorial nominee, reported $33,274.73 spent in the trial run to November. It criticizes campaign financing, calls McCormick a reorganizer, and warns that primaries and general elections may require $100,000 or more, highlighting alleged curio receipts and watchman claims.
A 25 cent box of TIZ foot remedy is advertised to ease hot sore tired feet. The copy claims rapid relief from burning pain, callouses, bunions, swelling and tight shoes, urging buyers to insist on the genuine product.
At Niagara Falls June 8 mediation passed safely as Huerta rescinded a Tampico blockade order. The American delegates presented their peace plan, largely aligning with the Mexican and mediators’ proposals. Justice Lamar announced that differences remain on some points while agreement exists on others as mediators review.
The article reports General Huerta suspending the Tampico blockade, with US gunboats Zaragosa and Bravo en route and Sacramento following. Secretary Daniels seeks position updates from Rear Admiral Badger as mediation efforts by South American mediators at Niagara Falls intensify.
An editorial example notes conflicting physician verdicts on Brights Disease after a San Francisco man’s recovery following Fulton’s Renal Compound. It claims one jury found the disease incurable, another later approved recovery, and extols the advertised medical formula with mail order details for albumen testing.
National Guard announces annual rifle competition at Mt Gretna starting August 20 with two teams per regiment and brigade entries. Junior matches August 20 21 22 include Bowman Wiggins Hershman Potter trophies. senior matches August 24 26. brigade events August 26 27 28 for Governor's medal and Long Range trophies. Roster limits apply for repeated participation by officers and enlisted men.
Article notes Tower Building’s demolition reveals early steel cage construction and low corrosion after 25 years of service. Rupture of steel details shows modern building evolution and material durability in late 19th century structures. James D. Bruce, 72, Lancaster County resident and Civil War veteran, died of heart disease. He leaves two daughters, two brothers, three sisters, and church membership.
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